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Charming 2-Story Cottage with Hot Tub, Near Downtown and Back Cove.
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 3
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Portland, ME
- Maine Medical Center19 min walk
- State Theatre2 min drive
- Thompson's Point3 min drive
- Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
About this property
Charming 2-Story Cottage with Hot Tub, Near Downtown and Back Cove.
Charming private guest cottage at the back of a beautiful property in the fantastic Oakdale neighborhood of Portland. Open concept family room, kitchen & dining bar downstairs w/ large loft bedroom/office upstairs. Outside, there’s a nice deck and private patio with a 4-person hot tub! Spacious upstairs loft has a queen bed, office nook, comfy futon sofa & workout bike. Easily sleeps 4 with extra sleeping space downstairs. The cottage Includes an in-unit washer/dryer, AC/heater, dishwasher, and well-stocked kitchen - plus free onsite parking!
The full cottage is yours to use! The Oakdale neighborhood of downtown Portland is a highly desirable part of the city, known for its charming tree-lined streets and close proximity to downtown Portland and the scenic Back Cove (with its popular loop trail for walking, jogging, or cycling). The cottage location is safe and quiet with easy onsite parking and plenty of nearby shops, cafes and great restaurants. The cottage is loaded with charm, a wonderful space for short or longer-term visits, with an office nook and free Wi-Fi. The spacious upstairs loft provides plenty of room for working out, reading, or spending cozy nights on the comfortable, queen size bed.
Guests will have the entire house to themselves, with no shared walls or bathrooms. The private cottage is detached from the main house (with two friendly long-term tenants), separated by a large courtyard with a fire pit and nice outdoor seating. Outside is a private hot tub area, with outside seating to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or an afternoon glass of wine or cocktail.
The downstairs queen sofabed is super comfortable, with a thick upgraded Tempur-pedic mattress that sleeps two additional adults. (Sleeps like a regular mattress, with no lumps, bars or sags.) There's also a thick modern futon bed upstairs and an additional floor mattress if needed.
The full cottage is yours to use! The Oakdale neighborhood of downtown Portland is a highly desirable part of the city, known for its charming tree-lined streets and close proximity to downtown Portland and the scenic Back Cove (with its popular loop trail for walking, jogging, or cycling). The cottage location is safe and quiet with easy onsite parking and plenty of nearby shops, cafes and great restaurants. The cottage is loaded with charm, a wonderful space for short or longer-term visits, with an office nook and free Wi-Fi. The spacious upstairs loft provides plenty of room for working out, reading, or spending cozy nights on the comfortable, queen size bed.
Guests will have the entire house to themselves, with no shared walls or bathrooms. The private cottage is detached from the main house (with two friendly long-term tenants), separated by a large courtyard with a fire pit and nice outdoor seating. Outside is a private hot tub area, with outside seating to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or an afternoon glass of wine or cocktail.
The downstairs queen sofabed is super comfortable, with a thick upgraded Tempur-pedic mattress that sleeps two additional adults. (Sleeps like a regular mattress, with no lumps, bars or sags.) There's also a thick modern futon bed upstairs and an additional floor mattress if needed.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Portland
Located in Portland, this cottage is in the city centre. While the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Orchard Beach Pier.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fitzpatrick Stadium or Portland Exposition Building. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Portland, ME
What's nearby
- University of Southern Maine - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Maine Medical Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- State Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Cross Insurance Arena - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Thompson's Point - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 17 min walk
- The Great Lost Bear - 9 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 15 min walk
- Dunkin' - 17 min walk
- The Continental - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Dave F.

Hi, I'm Dave. I am a writer, musician and part-time college professor. I split my time between my home state of California and Maine - my other favorite state. I have rental properties in Portland, ME and Monson, ME (near Moosehead Lake) as well as in Huntington Beach, CA. I've lived all my life in California but spent many memorable summers in Maine at our family camp in Monson. I was recently approved by the City of Portland for short term rentals, which I've made available beginning in May 2023. And by the way, I have connected up with some FANTASTIC caretakers in both Monson and Portland, so you can expect both properties to be well taken care of and in great shape when you arrive, with "boots on the ground" if you need any help during your stay. And I'm always just a text away.
Why they chose this property
The charming cottage is in the Oakdale neighborhood of Portland, located one block from the University of Southern Maine. It is the closest neighborhood not actually in downtown, which provides the best of both worlds. It is a very safe and clean area without the noise and parking hassles of downtown yet just a short and pleasant walk (~20 minutes) to most spots in the city (or a 5 minute drive or Uber/Lyft ride), including Old Port and the bustling (and awesome) Congress Street area.
The cottage is just a few blocks from the lovely Back Cove (the large lagoon in the center of Portland), with the Baxter Blvd walking trail that winds around the full cove - a great walk or jogging destination! You're also just a few blocks from Deering Oaks Park and an additional short walk to the Western Promenade (a nice elevated park adjacent to a historic mansion neighborhood, with views of the Fore River and nice walking trails). I have many more suggestions if you don't know the City - and will share a list and a walking map once you register.
The cottage is just a few blocks from the lovely Back Cove (the large lagoon in the center of Portland), with the Baxter Blvd walking trail that winds around the full cove - a great walk or jogging destination! You're also just a few blocks from Deering Oaks Park and an additional short walk to the Western Promenade (a nice elevated park adjacent to a historic mansion neighborhood, with views of the Fore River and nice walking trails). I have many more suggestions if you don't know the City - and will share a list and a walking map once you register.
What makes this property unique
The neighborhood also has its own desirable hot spots within a few blocks from the cottage, including the awesome Rose Foods (with great NY bagel sandwiches and coffee), Proper Cup (excellent coffee and chill space), Great Lost Bear (a unique alehouse with HUGE assortment of beers/cocktails and great pub food), Bayou Kitchen (funky cajun breakfast joint), etc., and, of course, the legendary Holy Donut (worth the hype!) is a short walk away past the University and Deering Oaks Park. (This is the OG shop at 194 Park Ave - not the one with the crazy lines on Commercial Street in Old Port!) There are also some fantastic restaurants for foodies in the immediate neighborhood, including Woodford Food and Beverage (a James Beard winner - don't miss it!), the Knotted Apron (small open kitchen with fantastic food), and Tipo (amazing wood fired pizza and Italian food) to name just a few of my favorites nearby.
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